Kerry
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
Requisition ID 62623
Position Type (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement The position is based in Norwich, NY, part of the Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors.
About the Role Our Norwich, NY location is part of the Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors. The location lies within Chenango County and is advantageously located within a 50‑mile radius of the major cities of Binghamton, Syracuse, Utica, Cooperstown and Oneonta.
What You’ll Do Responsible for completing testing, maintaining documentation, and releasing of raw materials and finished products according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Kerry Standard Operating Procedures for the Norwich manufacturing site.
Shift and Pay Shift: 1st Shift (7:30 am–4:00 pm), Monday‑Friday. Pay rate: $22.00 per hour. Must have microbiology/aseptic technique.
Key Responsibilities
Perform sensory, physical, chemical, microbiological, and/or instrumental evaluation of raw material, in-process, or finished products and release of materials following SOPs and specifications.
Provide support for investigations of internal and external non-conformities.
Develop and maintain raw material and finished product specifications.
Perform special testing for Logistics Department, Product Development, Purchasing or other departments.
Perform calibrations and qualifications on and maintain laboratory equipment within the Quality Control Laboratories.
Review Production Batch Records to ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures, both hardcopy and within SAP.
Demonstrate leadership in the area of safety, observing and enforcing safety rules and practices, encouraging safe work behaviors, and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe behavior.
Handle hazardous waste.
Enter testing data and release product in SAP.
Perform other lab duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills Education & Experience
Degree preferred; AAS or equivalent combination of years of experience and education.
Microbiology / Analytical experience.
1–2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
GMP and Manufacturing experience preferred.
Skills
Excellent math, language, and writing skills, with the ability to speak, hear, and communicate, and to read and clearly write English.
Exemplary organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of computer systems, including experience with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and SAP.
Ability to multi‑task and plan workload.
Compensation & Benefits The pay rate for this position is $22.00 per hour. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, life, disability, and accident insurance. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 5/2026.
EEO Statement Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Scams Notice Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non‑Kerry email address or phone number. Kerry does not currently use video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. Any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
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Requisition ID 62623
Position Type (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement The position is based in Norwich, NY, part of the Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors.
About the Role Our Norwich, NY location is part of the Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors. The location lies within Chenango County and is advantageously located within a 50‑mile radius of the major cities of Binghamton, Syracuse, Utica, Cooperstown and Oneonta.
What You’ll Do Responsible for completing testing, maintaining documentation, and releasing of raw materials and finished products according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Kerry Standard Operating Procedures for the Norwich manufacturing site.
Shift and Pay Shift: 1st Shift (7:30 am–4:00 pm), Monday‑Friday. Pay rate: $22.00 per hour. Must have microbiology/aseptic technique.
Key Responsibilities
Perform sensory, physical, chemical, microbiological, and/or instrumental evaluation of raw material, in-process, or finished products and release of materials following SOPs and specifications.
Provide support for investigations of internal and external non-conformities.
Develop and maintain raw material and finished product specifications.
Perform special testing for Logistics Department, Product Development, Purchasing or other departments.
Perform calibrations and qualifications on and maintain laboratory equipment within the Quality Control Laboratories.
Review Production Batch Records to ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures, both hardcopy and within SAP.
Demonstrate leadership in the area of safety, observing and enforcing safety rules and practices, encouraging safe work behaviors, and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe behavior.
Handle hazardous waste.
Enter testing data and release product in SAP.
Perform other lab duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills Education & Experience
Degree preferred; AAS or equivalent combination of years of experience and education.
Microbiology / Analytical experience.
1–2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
GMP and Manufacturing experience preferred.
Skills
Excellent math, language, and writing skills, with the ability to speak, hear, and communicate, and to read and clearly write English.
Exemplary organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of computer systems, including experience with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and SAP.
Ability to multi‑task and plan workload.
Compensation & Benefits The pay rate for this position is $22.00 per hour. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, life, disability, and accident insurance. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 5/2026.
EEO Statement Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Scams Notice Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non‑Kerry email address or phone number. Kerry does not currently use video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. Any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
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